This is our day guide for Tuesday November 17th 2026 which shows you at a glance what's happening on this day around the world. Using the calendar on this page, you can look at a day guide for any day. Why not look up your birthday to see which holidays you share it with?
Holidays on November 17th 2026
International: Struggle for Freedom and Democracy Day
Commemorating the student demonstration against Nazi occupation in 1939, and especially the demonstration in 1989 in Prague considered to mark the beginning of the Velvet RevolutionObservances on November 17th 2026
United Kingdom: Homemade Bread Day
A day to enjoy the making, baking and eating of nutritious homemade bread.
USA: National Baklava Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Baklava Day
Azerbaijan: National Revival Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Revival Day
USA: National Take A Hike Day
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Take A Hike Day
Philippines: International Students Day
International Students Day recognizes students globally, highlighting the cultural diversity and the culture that students bring to the society and the world.
International: World Prematurity Day
World Prematurity Day on November 17 raises awareness of this serious health crisis.
USA: National Unfriend Day
There's a lot "not to like" about this national day.
USA: National Entrepreneur’s Day
Celebrate National Entrepreneur’s Day by honoring the innovators who drive economic growth, create jobs, and inspire future generations through their bold ideas.November 16th 2026 | Go to Today | November 18th 2026
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| General Information for November 17th 2026 | |
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| There are 1 public holidays today. | |
| Day 321 of 2026 | |
| 44 days left in 2026 | |
| Week 47 of the year | |
| On this Day in History | |
| 1997 - In Luxor, Egypt, 62 people are killed by Islamic militants outside the Temple of Hatshepsut. It becomes known as the Luxor Massacre. The police kill the six assailants. | |
| 1869 – In Egypt, the Suez Canal, linking the Mediterranean Sea with the Red Sea, is inaugurated. | |
| 1511 - Spain and England ally against France. | |
| 474 – Emperor Leo II dies after a reign of 10 months. He is succeeded by his father Zeno, who becomes sole ruler of the Byzantine Empire. |
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